International Dark Sky Week
The Return of the Milky Way

A nocturnal expedition in the heart of the Eastern Townships

April 17, 2026

Deux personnes regardent le ciel étoilé, une avec un trépied et téléobjectif, en soirée ou nuit, dans une zone rurale ou semi-rurale.

What to expect?

The deep sky is finally opening up. Join us as we depart from Montreal for our first expedition of the season. April is the long-awaited moment when the Galactic Center becomes visible again. Whether you are here to learn astrophotography or simply to experience a moment of reconnection, this outing is a necessary pause in the cycle of the year.

📅 April 17-18, 2026

📍 Departure from Jean-Talon Metro at 8:00 PM, return around 5:00 AM

👥 15 participants maximum

☁️ Flexible weather policy

🚗 Carpooling available

⚠️ Important: Please double-check your email address during registration, as all logistical information will be sent there.

What’s included ✨

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What is not included ✨

Light Painting with the milkyway

Escape for a night to witness the spectacular Milky Way sunrise in the Eastern Townships. Enjoy a moment of complete disconnection combining an introduction to astronomy, a photography workshop, and professional portraits under the stars. A turnkey nighttime immersion departing from Montreal to reconnect with the vastness of the universe.

What to bring

🚨 REQUIRED

🔦 Headlamp with a red light mode (essential for night vision).

🧥 Warm clothing: Insulated jacket and long pants (it gets much colder at night in the mountains).

🥾 Hiking boots (or sturdy footwear).

💧 Water, supper, and snacks (bring enough for the entire evening).

OPTIONAL

🛏️ Sitting pad or ground chair for comfort while stargazing.

🚶 Hiking poles.

📷 Camera or smartphone (with night mode).

Your Guide: Samer Hobeika

Hi! I’m Samer from Zenderfull. I am a self-taught photographer specialized in capturing celestial landscapes. I combine my passion for astronomy and the outdoors with my photography expertise to create unforgettable guided outings under the starry sky.

Originally from Lebanon and now based in Canada, I have been exploring Quebec since my arrival in Montreal in 2016. I search for the best locations to take you with me and capture stunning images of the night sky, including the Milky Way and the Northern Lights.

Zenderfull is a compound word meaning: Zen & Wonderful. It reflects the feeling I get when I am outside, witnessing the magic of the stars.

Un homme avec un manteau marron, un chapeau gris, et un foulard regarde l'objectif, tenant un télescope, devant un paysage de lac glacé entouré de montagnes enneigées et d'arbres.

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More than 130 clients gave us 5 stars

« Très bonne première expérience ! Samer est très gentil, professionnel et prévenant. Il explique très bien et se montre disponible pour répondre à nos questions en plus de donner des outils et info intéressantes pour la suite ! »

— Anna A.

« Magnifique soirée photographie sous les étoiles à Tremblant! Samer est très professionnel, nous partage avec plaisir ses connaissances en photographie et en astronomie. J’ai aussi fait une sortie d’observation d’étoiles filantes (Geminides) en hiver, magnifique soirée! Je le recommande à tous! »

— Johanne B.

« Amazing first astrophotography experience with samer yesterday under the night sky of Mont Tremblant National Park , learned a lot and made incredible first photos 💗 looking forward to next experiences! »

— Ghinwa B.